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Hello Stanley Families -
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We are thrilled that with the support of LPIE we have been able to hire a part-time, site-based technology coordinator to help guide and support our staff with their continuing implementation of technology in their classrooms. Please join me in welcoming Lisa Le Lapo to the district. Lisa has a Master's in Education with a concentration in instructional leadership, a clear multiple subject credential, and a graduate certification in network and communications management. She was the Director of Instructional Innovation & STEM Initiatives at Holy Names High School, an all-girls school in Oakland. While at Holy Names, Lisa helped implement many innovative programs, including their Bring-Your-Own-iPad program and a 1:1 Google Chromebook program. We are excited to have Lisa here three days a week; she will be splitting the rest of her time with the K-5 sites. Welcome Lisa!
I wanted to share with you again one of the many valuable resources we have received from our affiliation with Challenge Success. With so many things going on in our lives as parents and educators, it is good to remind ourselves of lists like this to help maintain some balance and perspective. For more information about Challenge Success, visit the tab on our Stanley website.
http://www.challengesuccess.org/ForParents/ParentingGuidelines.aspx
Thank you for your continued support-
David Schrag
Principal, Stanley Middle School
dschrag@lafsd.k12.ca.us
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PTA Announcements & Events
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PTA Reflections Program
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Thank you all for your wonderful submissions for the PTA Reflections program this year.
We are happy to announce that the following students have advanced to the Las Trampas Creek Council Division:
Luke Vandenberghe, Isabella Salinas, Alexandra Mould, Lauren Kabashigawa, Mia Travis, Harrison Se  ymore, Kennedy Cornish, William Condy, James Cain, Katie Bishopp, Piper Botto, Sophia Browne, Jordynn Richards, Drew Lauritzen, Aidan Kuo, Haley Hunter, Nick Giorgianni, Grace Godfrey, Jenna Evaristo, Joshua Summerlin, Jared Solomon, Kate Steltzer, Ryan Owens, Chaya Tong, Claire Sebree, Jamie Lattin, Isabel Rasmussen, Helen Kleinsmith, Ellie Guthrie and Georgia Carpenter.
These students' work will be showcased on December 6th from 11:00-2:00 PM at Walnut Creek Intermediate School.
All entries will be returned later next week through your English teachers.
Thank you again for a great year.
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Election Day is just days away. Be informed, and don't forget to vote on November 4th!
School chief candidates diverge on key issues
By John Fensterwald, EdSource Today
Tom Torlakson and Marshall Tuck agree on some key policies but disagree on some hot-button political issues. Here's a summary of where the two candidates for state superintendent of public instruction stand.
California State PTA takes a NEUTRAL position on Proposition 2 for the November 2014 ballot
California State PTA has voted to take a NEUTRAL position on Proposition 2, a constitutional amendment that will appear on the November 2014 general election ballot.
READ California State PTA's full position paper on Proposition 2.
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Require annual transfer of 1.5% of general fund revenues to state budget stabilization account.
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Require additional transfer of personal capital gains tax revenues exceeding 8% of general fund revenues to budget stabilization account and, under certain conditions, a dedicated K-14 school reserve fund.
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Require that half the budget stabilization account revenues be used to repay state debts and unfunded liabilities.
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Allow limited use of funds in case of emergency or if there is a state budget deficit.
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Cap budget stabilization account at 10% of general fund revenues, direct remainder to infrastructure.
California State PTA policies that apply to Proposition 2 are General Principles 5 and 8 of the Legislation Platform. General Principle 5 provides a basis for supporting Proposition 2 because it establishes greater fiscal responsibility than we have seen for several years. However, General Principle 8 provides authority for opposing Proposition 2 because it may not protect adequate funding for public education.
In addition, the impact of Proposition 2 is uncertain, and depends on the condition of future state economies and decisions yet to be made.
Accordingly, because of that uncertainty, and since Proposition 2 advances fiscal responsibility but does not protect adequate funding for public education, the California State PTA Board of Managers has taken a NEUTRAL position on Proposition 2.
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Sports Basement Deal
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Whenever you shop at Sports Basement, just say Stanley School at the register and you'll get 10% off AND 5% back to Stanley PTA! All day, every day, at any Sports Basement location!
Remember, just say Stanley School at the register.
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ODYSSEY OF THE MIND
Come to an informational meeting about the Odyssey of the Mind program at Stanley, Thursday, November 6th in the library at 6 PM. Parents and students are welcome.
Odyssey of the Mind is an international creative problem-solving competition for students from kindergarten through college. Team members apply their creativity to solve problems that range from building mechanical devices to presenting their own interpretation of literary classics."
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WILDCATS OF THE WEEK
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This Week's Wildcats:
6th ~ Mitchell Franklin
7th ~ Renee Sandford
8th ~ Kiara Kunnes
What is "Wildcat of the Week"?
Each week, one student from each grade level is chosen by a faculty committee and is selected as a Wildcat of the Week based on his/her academic efforts and demonstration of character as it relates to our Six Pillars - Trustworthiness, Responsibility, Respect, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship. These student role models will be further honored by participating in a special event at the end of the year. It is the intent of this award to encourage all students to demonstrate Stanley Spirit through positive character.
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CONGRATULATIONS ALL AROUND!
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Congratulations to the following students for our Character Counts Red Ribbon Week ~ Character Counts Description Raffle ~
6th - Grade - Chloe Dawkins
7th - Allison Hamman
8th - Ellie Porciuncula
5th Period Class Awards - Signing the Characters Pillars ~
6th - Mrs. Mendenhall
7th - Mrs. Wright
8th - Mrs. Peterson
Teacher Winner - Mrs. Rasmussen
Green and Gold Spirit Day Winners ~
6th Grade - Ms. Plinneke's Class
7th - Mrs. Wright's Class
8th - Mrs. Mara's Class
Pumpkin Carving Contest Winners ~
1st Place - Ethan Del Rosario
2nd Place - Sarah Gordon
The following students were the winners of our Halloween Costume Contest ~ Congratulations!
Group of 4 or more
SAN FRANCISCO
Jamie Lattin
Ellen Bussey
Emilia Gutman
Beth Hamalian
Lella Stoll
Megan Baginski
Pair or Trio
LEGO MEN
Logan Munier
Jack Stancin
Creative
There was a tie!
JELLY FISH
Sara Gordon
GRAPES
Charlie Keohane
Liam Stevenson
Funny
HORSE
Leah Rhee
Impersonation
MUPPETS
Abea Dunsmore
Helen Kleinsmith
Olivia Elliott
Samantha Swan
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Lunchtime Clubs 2014-15
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Scrabble Club
Room 220
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Minecraft
Room 307
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Sign Language Club
Room 808
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Minecraft
Room 307
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Harry Potter/
Disney Club
Room 808
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Garage Band Club
Room 309
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Star Trek Club
Room 802
(every other Tues)
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Scrabble Club
Room 220
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Chess Club
Room 211
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Scrabble Club
Room 220
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Indoor Game Club
Room 807
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Authors' Club
Room 808
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Redstone Club
Room 307
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Terraria Club
Room 209
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Karaoke Club
Room 206
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Math Club
Room 203
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Photography Club
Room 704
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Friendship Club
Room 406
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Bollywood Club
Room 604
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Ukulele Club
Room 805
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The Doctor Who Club
Room 210
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Anime Club
Room 211
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Music Club
Room 202
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Flash Mob Club
Room 301
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Cartoon Club
Room 408
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Once Upon a Time
TV Show Club
Room 808
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GRO
(Global Relief Outreach)
Room 214
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Indoor Game Club
Room 807
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Cookie Club
Room 802
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Creek Kids Care
Room 404
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Tetris Club
Room 303
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Magic, The Gathering
Room 211
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Partner Read Club
Room 205
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Stanley and Lafayette School District
Announcements & Events
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Stanley Athletics
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News:
The 7A Flag Football Team coached by Mark Brune went undefeated this season. The team had seven shutouts and were only scored on three times. Go Wildcats!
Top row, left to right: Coach Mark Brune, Matt Hess, Akili Calhoun, Tommy Thrasher, Nick Kresnak, Lucas Eppinger, Brandon Watson, Jack Franz.
Bottom row, left to right: Mekhi Simpson, Tyler Smith, Cole Murgia, Vince Bianchina, Jack Miles, Logan Miniello, Nickol Geannacopulos.
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Announcements:
7th Grade Girls Basketball Tryouts
7th grade girls basketball tryouts will be held on Monday, November 3rd and Tuesday, November 4th in the gym after school from
3-4:30pm. Please wear your PE jersey and appropriate basketball shoes. Any questions see Mrs. Anke.
Upcoming Competitions: Cross County
November 3
League Championship Meets
4 PM - 6th Finals - Prospect Sierra
November 6
4 PM - 7th/8th Finals - Kennedy Grove Park
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Parent Education
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Prescription Drug Dangers
Tuesday, November 18, 6:30-8:00 PM
Stanley Middle School Library
Were you aware that prescription drug abuse is America's fastest growing substance abuse problem and more people die from prescription drug overdoses in the U.S. than from car accidents? Because of the prevalence of prescription drug use in our culture, thousands of children ages 5 and younger are seen in emergency rooms every year due to accidental drug poisonings, and every day thousands of youth 12-17 abuse a prescription pain killer for the first time. Sadly, no family is immune to the dangers of prescription drugs. Parents April Rovero and Tom Gilmore will share their personal stories and along with other professionals, give guidance to parents on how prescription drug abuse is impacting our local communities; which prescription drugs are most abused and their effects; medicine safety tips; signs of prescription drug abuse and how to talk to your doctor about appropriate prescription drug use for child.
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Parent Education
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A Focus on Literacy -
A Workshop for parents of 6th-8th grade students
Tuesday, December 3, 6:30 - 8:30pm
Stanley Middle School Library
Join us and learn about:
- Workshop Teaching
- Balanced Literacy
- How to support and talk about reading and writing at home.
Parents will walk through a unit of study and try out a lesson as part of this workshop.
Presented by District Literacy Coaches Bev Lathrope, Melissa Hall and Kathy Barber
Please RSVP to Sandy Campbell at scampbel@lafsd.k12.ca.us or by calling 925-927-3511.
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8th Grade Parent/Student Information Nights
at High Schools
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Families of 8th grade students were sent a mailer informing them of the 8th Grade Parent/Student Information Nights at each high school. The mailer also includes a brief description of the Intradistrict Attendance Enrollment process. Click here for copy of mailer.Information regarding Parent/Student Information Nights and the Intradistrict Attendance Enrollment process is also available on the Acalanes district website. Current residents who wish to request a transfer from his/her resident high school to another school within the District for the 2015-2016 school year may complete and submit the application form.
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LPIE ANNUAL GIVING UPDATE
As of October 1st, parents and community members throughout Lafayette have generously donated $1.5M towards our fundraising goal of $2.5M for 2014-15. And  Stanley parents have contributed $341,000 towards the $658,800 LPIE commitment to Stanley students.
Kudos for a job well done - but we still need your help to hit our financial and participation goals! How can you help?
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If you haven't already done so, please join other Stanley parents by making a contribution. We ask for $800 per student, but please give at a level that is comfortable for your family.Options are available to support LPIE at higher levels through our Honor Roll Program and/or Leaders Circle. And monthly payment plans are available. Since we are striving for 100% participation, any contribution you make will make a difference!
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Check to see if your company has a matching gift program. Last year, LPIE raised over $216,000 in matching gifts! Matching gifts can really add up and have a significant impact on our students. Plus, they count toward your giving level, so it's worth asking the question!
Thank you, Stanley parents, for all you do to support LPIE, champion our students' education, and help fulfill our collective goals!
FOR LPIE'S SAKE, DON'T MISS THE GLASS PUMPKIN PATCH!
Looking for that special something to grace your table or kitchen counter this fall? A beautiful Walker & Bowes glass pumpkin might just be the answer! Muse Design is hosting the Walker & Bowes Glass Pumpkin Patch event at The Art Room and will donate 10% of all sales to LPIE! Pumpkins will be on display until November 20th.
And look for more information about an Artist's Reception on November 14th and a glass blowing demonstration on November 15th. Be sure to stop by to pick up a pumpkin (or two) for yourself, and consider another one (or two) for gift giving. The more (pumpkins), the merrier - for you and for LPIE!
SWEET OFFERINGS
In addition to our regular monthly e-newsletter The Slice, LPIE is also publishing a new Partner e-newsletter, Sweet Offerings. We are immensely appreciative of the support our local business community gives to our schools through continued partnerships with, and contributions to, LPIE. If we-the families of children attending Lafayette schools-cherish and reward these partnerships, the entire community will benefit. Please keep an eye out for Sweet Offerings and make sure to support these local merchants.
LPIE BUSINESS PARTNERS
LPIE relies on the generosity of local businesses to help meet our revenue goals. Please check out our home page to learn more about our current partners or our Business Partner page to learn how to become a LPIE Business Partner.
HAVE QUESTIONS? NEED INFORMATION?
Contact Stanley Middle School's LPIE site representatives, Cathy VandenBerghe or Heather McNally .
Visit the LPIE website at www.lpie.org.
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Stanley LPIE Team:
Cathy VandenBerghe, Heather McNally - LPIE Stanley Co-Chairs
Kaisa Lyon, Kit Turner - LPIE Stanley Fundraising Co-Chairs
Lindsay Rogers - LPIE Stanley Communications
Sarah Muren - LPIE Stanley Billing
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Community Announcements & Events
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The following Community Announcements & Events are not school or district-sponsored
or endorsed by the Lafayette School District.
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Lafayette Boy Scout Troop 243 Open HousesTuesday, December 2nd & Tuesday, January 13th
Boy Scout Troop 243 invites all boys (age 11 and up) and their parents to attend an Open House on Tuesday, December 2nd, and Tuesday, January 13th, from 7:30 - 8:30 pm.
The Open Houses will take place at the Lafayette Christian Church, 584 Glenside Drive (across from Las Trampas Pool). Learn about the many things Troop 243 has to offer, from camping, backpacking, snow camping, wake boarding, mountain biking, river rafting and spelunking, to Philmont Scout Ranch, Camp Wolfeboro, Eames Ranch, and more!
Troop 243 values and promotes leadership development, community service, Scout skills, fun and adventure!
Check out our website at www.troopmasterweb.com/troop243.
For more information or to RSVP for an Open House, please contact Seth Moldoff at moldoffs@wellsfargo.com or Molly Ogro at meogro@comcast.net.
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Dance For Kindness
What? Dance For Kindness
When? Sunday November, 9th
Why? We've seen the way love, kindness, respect and understanding can truly melt walls -- see for yourself and join us to Dance for Kindness and change the world! This worldwide event is taking place in 80 cities and 30 countries, and the event gives Lafayette and Bay Area families the chance to show the world the power we have when we're united under the banner of KINDNESS!
Sign up here: www.danceforkindness.com
Marni Rivera, a local Lafayette mom and founder of a company called Kindness U, has brought this event to the Bay Area. Check out the website: kindnessu.com.
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Free Youth Writing Workshops
Presented by the Lafayette Youth Arts Society November 8th and January 17th Open to Lafayette Middle School students Get tips on:
- Brainstorming
- Finding your individual voice
- Editing you work
- And more!
For more info visit lyas.org
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Teen Events
at the Lafayette Library and Learning Center
November:
Movie - The Fault in Our Stars November 3rd, 3:30-5:30pm Arts & Science
Come for the snacks, stay for the movie! Movie starts at 3:30pm. Kleenex provided.
Wii Wednesday - November 12th 3:30-4:30pm Arts & Science
Join us for some fun and games. It's on like Donkey Kong! December:
Movie - Frozen December 1st, 3:30-5:30pm Arts & Science Can't hold back your excitement for Frozen anymore? Let it go by watching it with us!
Cookie Decorating - December 3rd, 4:00-5:00pm Arts & Science Decorate some cookies just in time for the holidays!
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Newsletter Info
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Christina Engelbrecht, Editor
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